12th Annual Family Conference: Resources and Inspirations for Adult Family Members and Caregivers of Children with Disabilities: Shut Up About Your Perfect Kid: A Survival Guide for Ordinary Parents of Special Children

Description

On a perfection-preoccupied planet, sisters Gina Gallagher and Patricia Terrasi, dare to openly speak about the frustrations, stigmas, joys, and challenges they face as parents of children with disabilities (one with Asperger’s syndrome, the other with bipolar
disorder). This refreshingly frank and enjoyable presentation, based on their book, has participants laughing out loud and celebrating the joys, gifts, and milestones of special children. Participants will learn
• How laughter can be a powerful coping technique.
• How to deal with insensitive people.
• How to get your children the services and the support they need.
• How to help break stigma.
• How to see the joys and gifts in raising special children.

Location Spalding Pastoral Ceter
419 NE Madison Avenue
Peoria, IL
Date 4/7/2018 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM (Check in 8:30 AM)
Sponsor Illinois Family Leaders Collaboration
Trainer The Shut Up Sister: Gina Gallagher/Patricia Terrasi
Contact STARNET REGIONS I AND III (800) 227-7537 mk-smith@wiu.edu
Principles 1. Support families
3. Collaborative relationships
Credit Hours 4.5 - Working with Families
Cost $15 per faily member, $25 per professional
Status Closed